Sunday, July 1, 2012
Mt. Airy's Outdoor Community Drum Circle
(Our second season!)
1st Sunday of every month, May-October, 1:00PM-3:00PM
Lovett Library Garden 6945 Germantown Ave Phila Pa
Join experienced drummers Ron Kravitz and visiting drummers Baba Tyrone Davis, Quint Lange and Barry Bell for an afternoon of outdoor drumming in the This is an event for people who love to drum, love dancing to drums or love to listen! Bring a chair, bring a drum, bring a friend, have some FUN! This is a family oriented event. Picnic blankets for lounging a plus...
Sponsored by Elise Rivers of Community Acupuncture of Mt. Airy (CAMA)
and Ron Kravitz of MusicintheMoment.
DONATIONS APPRECIATED!
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Ron Kravitz
ron@musicinthemoment.com
MusicInTheMoment.com
Shrutibox.com
Vocal Groove Improvisations
Community Drum/Music Circle Gatherings
African Drum Classes w/Quint Lange
Music For People
Group Motion
Flute Haven
Rhythm Rings
215 233 0777
Friday, June 29, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
June 28, 2012 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM PICÓ TIKI TACO @ Night Market/Italian Market
El Costeno, 940 South 9th St
A project designed and composed by:
Juan Bustamante & Miguel Antonio Horn
... DJs:
Russ Alexander (Bottom Power, Rock Tits)
Juanderful (TROPICALISMO, EQuatorial Funk)
Cocktail specialists:
Stephen Seibert (all over Philly and beyond, come say your farewells, this might be his last public appearance)
Alejandro Vaca-Pina (Village Whiskey)
Josh Christian (Tinto)
This is an all night experience starting at 6pm, connected with the Night Market that will take place on the Italian Market and continuing through the night, beyond the street festivities.
We are taking over El Costeño restaurant, setting up a sound system art installation(for one night only), making some fine cocktails, and dancing to some tropical jams.
The artwork we designed for this event is a site-specific sculptural installation using materials donated by vendors of the Italian market that is reminiscent of Colombia's Caribbean music culture. A "Picó" is an elaborate sound system used by dj's in coastal Colombia, traditionally painted with vibrant folk imagery. We have created a structure recalling these "picós" to be installed in El Costeño restaurant (940 S 9th St), which will be on view to the public, June 28th, for one night only.
Following the festivities of the Night Market, the installation will come alive as DJs Russ Alexander (Rock
Tits, Making Time, Bottom Power) and Juanderful (Tropicalismo, Equatorial Funk) will provide a Caribbean soundtrack for the night from within the artwork.
Mixologists Steven Seibert of Amada and Alejandro Vaca-Piña of Village Whiskey and Josh Christian of Tinto will be offering specialty tiki cocktails created specifically for the event.
A taco menu will be available by El Costeño's kitchen for late night bites.
Monday, June 25, 2012
June 27, 2012 6:30 PM Call for Artists at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas
Calling all musicians, dancers, and visual artists! Raices is holding an Artist Information Session to share how you can join Raices’ Artist Coalition for free during the remainder of 2012 on Wednesday, June 27th at 6:30pm at its space located at 1417 North 2nd Street Philadelphia PA, 19122, known as the Crane Old School.
Sesión Informativa Para Artistas
¡Atención músicos, bailarines, y artistas visuales! Raíces presenta una Sesión Informativa Para Artistas para compartir cómo puede inscribirse en La Coalición de Artistas de Raíces, gratis, por el resto del 2012. La sesión se llevará a cabo el miércoles, 27 de junio a las 6:30pm en el espacio de Raíces localizado en 1417 North 2nd Street, Filadelfia, PA 19122, conocido como Crane Old School.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
June 27, 2012 PM @ Penn Museum Summer Nights with "Tres Compadres"
P.M. @ Penn Museum Summer Nights
3260 South St. Philadelphia PA 19104
The sounds of summer in West Philadelphia, on Penn’s campus, just got sweeter. P.M. @ Penn Museum Summer Nights provides musical entertainment and an after-work happy hour destination in a verdant outdoor space. P.M. @ Penn Museum Summer Nights runs June 20 through August 29 in the Penn Museum’s Stoner Courtyard. Food and drink are available for purchase. Event occurs rain or shine.
Tres Compadres
This modern flamenco ensemble combines jazz and Latin influences with spirited dance rhythms for a vibrant live performance.
Admission: $5 (includes general Museum entry fee); free for Penn Museum members and PennCard holders.
3260 South St. Philadelphia PA 19104
The sounds of summer in West Philadelphia, on Penn’s campus, just got sweeter. P.M. @ Penn Museum Summer Nights provides musical entertainment and an after-work happy hour destination in a verdant outdoor space. P.M. @ Penn Museum Summer Nights runs June 20 through August 29 in the Penn Museum’s Stoner Courtyard. Food and drink are available for purchase. Event occurs rain or shine.
Tres Compadres
This modern flamenco ensemble combines jazz and Latin influences with spirited dance rhythms for a vibrant live performance.
Admission: $5 (includes general Museum entry fee); free for Penn Museum members and PennCard holders.
Friday, June 22, 2012
June 23, 2012 6:00 PM 40th Street FREE Summer Concert Series Begins
All concerts take place outdoors behind the library at 40th and Walnut Sts.
Saturday, June 23, 6pm
SLAVIC SOUL PARTY
Throbbing funk grooves, fiery Balkan brass, Gypsy accordion wizardry, and virtuoso jazz chops. Slavic Soul Party has created an acoustic mash-up of Balkan and Gypsy sounds, weaving the gospel, techno, funk, dub, jazz and Latin influences of New York’s neighborhoods seamlessly into a Balkan brass setting. SSP’s music has won the ears of fans and musicians on both sides of the Atlantic, and their tunes have been learned by Serbian brass stars Boban Markovic Orkestar and New Orleans funk sensations Galactic, among others. One of the hardest working bands in Brooklyn, SSP performs throughout North America, Europe, Africa and beyond, and have performed at Babylon (Istanbul) with the Karandila Orkestar, at Irving Plaza (New York City) with Gogol Bordello, on the Warped Tour, in Carnegie Hall, in Sing Sing prison, and in virtually every major New York club.
Saturday, July 28, 6pm
SUN RA ARKESTRA
The Sun Ra Arkestra returns for their third Summer Series appearance with another very rare hometown performance which is sure to have audiences either dancing feverishly or contemplatively traversing the spaceways. Founded in 1958 under the leadership of Sun Ra, the Arkestra pioneered a unique brand of afro-futurism, forging intersecting musical pathways that explore outer space and Egyptian mythology. Drawing on the work of Duke Ellington and Fletcher Henderson, the Arkestra are pioneers of the bop-derived avant-garde and collective improvisation. Their work has had tremendous impact on scores of musicians including MC5, Sonic Youth and George Clinton. Following the Arkestra's influential tenures in Chicago and New York City, Sun Ra and the Arkestra relocated to Philadelphia in 1968, where they continue their commitment to the study, research and development of Sun Ra's musical precepts. Following the ascension of Sun Ra in 1993 and John Gilmore in 1995, Maestro Marshall Allen (b. 1924) has launched the Sun Ra Arkestra into a dimension beyond that of mere "ghost" band by writing fresh arrangements of Sun Ra's music, as well as composing new music and arrangements for the Arkestra.
Saturday, August 25, 6pm
ADVENTUREDRUM
Adventuredrum is a new dance band led by Philadelphia composer and percussionist Christopher Sean Powell, best known for his work in Need New Body and Man Man. This Philadelphia-based project brings together a who’s who of local musicians exploring rhythms constructed from sampled sound, exotic percussion, synthesizers and drum kits. Adventuredrum members include those who have collaborated with the West Philly Orchestra, Fugazi’s Joe Lally, Dirty Projectors, Grandchildren, Pattern is Movement, Ted Leo & The Pharmacists, and others. Merging new sounds and ideas with traditional drumming, this is a dance band for the future. These are the drums of tomorrow . . . today!
Saturday, September 22, 6pm
WARRIORS OF THE WONDERFUL SOUND FEATURING DAVE LIEBMAN AND ODEAN POPE
PERFORMING JOHN COLTRANE’S A LOVE SUPREME
West Philadelphia’s Bobby Zankel was drawn to the saxophone by the thrilling new sounds being explored in the 1960s jazz scene, in particular the music of John Coltrane. He studied with Cecil Taylor, eventually became involved with the avant-garde jazz scene of the early 1970s, performing alongside the likes of bassist William Parker and violinist Billy Bang. Zankel is now one of the leading lights of the local jazz community. His most influential work has been his ten years of composing for his long-standing big band Warriors of the Wonderful Sound which features many of Philadelphia’s best musicians. For this very special performance, he is joined by two saxophone masters: Odean Pope, best known for his two decades with the Max Roach Quartet; and Dave Liebman, who performed and recorded with Miles Davis from 1970 to 1974. In celebration of saxophone legend John Coltrane’s birthday, the Warriors and these specials guests revisit his seminal 1964 recording, A Love Supreme, which they will play in its entirety.
Saturday, June 23, 6pm
SLAVIC SOUL PARTY
Throbbing funk grooves, fiery Balkan brass, Gypsy accordion wizardry, and virtuoso jazz chops. Slavic Soul Party has created an acoustic mash-up of Balkan and Gypsy sounds, weaving the gospel, techno, funk, dub, jazz and Latin influences of New York’s neighborhoods seamlessly into a Balkan brass setting. SSP’s music has won the ears of fans and musicians on both sides of the Atlantic, and their tunes have been learned by Serbian brass stars Boban Markovic Orkestar and New Orleans funk sensations Galactic, among others. One of the hardest working bands in Brooklyn, SSP performs throughout North America, Europe, Africa and beyond, and have performed at Babylon (Istanbul) with the Karandila Orkestar, at Irving Plaza (New York City) with Gogol Bordello, on the Warped Tour, in Carnegie Hall, in Sing Sing prison, and in virtually every major New York club.
Saturday, July 28, 6pm
SUN RA ARKESTRA
The Sun Ra Arkestra returns for their third Summer Series appearance with another very rare hometown performance which is sure to have audiences either dancing feverishly or contemplatively traversing the spaceways. Founded in 1958 under the leadership of Sun Ra, the Arkestra pioneered a unique brand of afro-futurism, forging intersecting musical pathways that explore outer space and Egyptian mythology. Drawing on the work of Duke Ellington and Fletcher Henderson, the Arkestra are pioneers of the bop-derived avant-garde and collective improvisation. Their work has had tremendous impact on scores of musicians including MC5, Sonic Youth and George Clinton. Following the Arkestra's influential tenures in Chicago and New York City, Sun Ra and the Arkestra relocated to Philadelphia in 1968, where they continue their commitment to the study, research and development of Sun Ra's musical precepts. Following the ascension of Sun Ra in 1993 and John Gilmore in 1995, Maestro Marshall Allen (b. 1924) has launched the Sun Ra Arkestra into a dimension beyond that of mere "ghost" band by writing fresh arrangements of Sun Ra's music, as well as composing new music and arrangements for the Arkestra.
Saturday, August 25, 6pm
ADVENTUREDRUM
Adventuredrum is a new dance band led by Philadelphia composer and percussionist Christopher Sean Powell, best known for his work in Need New Body and Man Man. This Philadelphia-based project brings together a who’s who of local musicians exploring rhythms constructed from sampled sound, exotic percussion, synthesizers and drum kits. Adventuredrum members include those who have collaborated with the West Philly Orchestra, Fugazi’s Joe Lally, Dirty Projectors, Grandchildren, Pattern is Movement, Ted Leo & The Pharmacists, and others. Merging new sounds and ideas with traditional drumming, this is a dance band for the future. These are the drums of tomorrow . . . today!
Saturday, September 22, 6pm
WARRIORS OF THE WONDERFUL SOUND FEATURING DAVE LIEBMAN AND ODEAN POPE
PERFORMING JOHN COLTRANE’S A LOVE SUPREME
West Philadelphia’s Bobby Zankel was drawn to the saxophone by the thrilling new sounds being explored in the 1960s jazz scene, in particular the music of John Coltrane. He studied with Cecil Taylor, eventually became involved with the avant-garde jazz scene of the early 1970s, performing alongside the likes of bassist William Parker and violinist Billy Bang. Zankel is now one of the leading lights of the local jazz community. His most influential work has been his ten years of composing for his long-standing big band Warriors of the Wonderful Sound which features many of Philadelphia’s best musicians. For this very special performance, he is joined by two saxophone masters: Odean Pope, best known for his two decades with the Max Roach Quartet; and Dave Liebman, who performed and recorded with Miles Davis from 1970 to 1974. In celebration of saxophone legend John Coltrane’s birthday, the Warriors and these specials guests revisit his seminal 1964 recording, A Love Supreme, which they will play in its entirety.
June 24th, 2012 1:00-6:00 PM and 7:30 - 10:00 PM Competencia Anual de Bomba at Taller Puertorriqueño
Competencia Anual de Bomba presented and organized by Raices de Borinquen Familia Rojas. This with categories, from children to adults, and from dancers to drummers maintains this tradition in Philadelphia. Bomba stars Marcos Peñalosa y sus Tambores Calientes y Nelson Báez y los Cimarrones help create a venue for the preservation of this centennial Afro-Puerto Rican tradition./24ta Competencia anual de la bomba puertorriqueña.1-6 p.m. seguida de “bombazo” 7:30 to 10 p.m. 2557 Nth 5th Street
Thursday, June 21, 2012
June 24, 2012 12:00 Noon - 6:00 PM 10th Annual Drum Celebration in Tribute to Babatunde Olatunji,Mongo Santamaria, and Gil Scott Heron
Hatfield House
3201 W. Girard Ave.
Philadelphia PA 19130
Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble performs at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
June 23, 2012 12:00 Noon West African Dance and Drum Workshop feat. Mangue Sylla and Youssouf Koumbassa
Saturday, June 23, 2012
12:00pm
Dance and Drum Workshop
@ Lonnie Young Recreation Center
1100 E. Chelten Ave
Saturday June 23rd 2012
12-1:45pm
Drum Class w/ Mangue Sylla $20 (all levels)
1:45-3:15pm & 3:15-4:45pm
Dance Class w/ Youssouf Koumbassa (all levels)
$15 each or both classes for $26
This is the first of many workshops to come
For more info
Kyesha 267-244-3040 or 215-685-2236
12:00pm
Dance and Drum Workshop
@ Lonnie Young Recreation Center
1100 E. Chelten Ave
Saturday June 23rd 2012
12-1:45pm
Drum Class w/ Mangue Sylla $20 (all levels)
1:45-3:15pm & 3:15-4:45pm
Dance Class w/ Youssouf Koumbassa (all levels)
$15 each or both classes for $26
This is the first of many workshops to come
For more info
Kyesha 267-244-3040 or 215-685-2236
Monday, June 18, 2012
June 22, 2012 8:00 PM - 11;30 PM Bombazo/Tertulia at Taller Puertorriqueño
Bombazo/Tertulia presented and organized by Raíces de Borínquen Familia Rojas with categories, from children to adults, and from dancers to drummers. Bomba stars Marcos Peñalosa y sus Tambores Calientes y Nelson Báez y los Cimarrones create a venue for the preservation of this centennial Afro-Puerto Rican tradition./ 4ta competencia de bomba con categorías desde niños hasta adultos. 8-11:30 p.m. Education Buiding 2557 N. 5th Street
Saturday, June 16, 2012
June 17, 2012 3:00 PM Venezuelan Expressions at Drexel University's Mandell Theater
Casa de Venezuela’s signature program that will take you on a cultural journey through the musical, dances and traditions of Venezuela.
A program created to enhance the cultural diversity of Latinos/Hispanics in the Greater Philadelphia region.
Join us and learn why Venezuela is called “Land of Grace” (Tierra de Gracia).
Arts & Crafts Bazaar
Venezuelan Food stand
Tickets: $20. adults, $10. students with valid student I.D.
Friday, June 15, 2012
June 16, 2012 7:30 PM Dendê & Band at Longwood Gardens
Percussionist, singer, composer, bandleader, and teacher, Dendê has been a professional Afro-Brazilian musician since the age of 14 when he appeared in the frontline of Timbalada, Carlinhos Brown’s superstar percussion ensemble.With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe, and Asia, appeared on various television shows, and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Yvette Sangalo, and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê now lives in New York, performing and recording with his groups Hãhãhães, an Afro-Brazilian/Afro-Cuban band, Arrastão an Afro-Brazilian percussion band, and Ologundê, an Afro-Brazilian folkloric music and dance group. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe.
In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Mongo Santamaría, Jerry Gonzales, Daniel Moreno, Tico da Costa, Vinicius Cantuária, and Alessandra Belloni. Dendê also teaches Afro-Brazilian percussion in the New York City area.
Saturday, June 16
Open Air Theatre
Concert is free with Longwood Gardens admission
7:30 pm
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
June 27, 2012 6:30 PM Call for Artists at Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas
Calling all musicians, dancers, and visual artists! Raices is holding an Artist Information Session to share how you can join Raices’ Artist Coalition for free during the remainder of 2012 on Wednesday, June 27th at 6:30pm at its space located at 1417 North 2nd Street Philadelphia PA, 19122, known as the Crane Old School.
Sesión Informativa Para Artistas
¡Atención músicos, bailarines, y artistas visuales! Raíces presenta una Sesión Informativa Para Artistas para compartir cómo puede inscribirse en La Coalición de Artistas de Raíces, gratis, por el resto del 2012. La sesión se llevará a cabo el miércoles, 27 de junio a las 6:30pm en el espacio de Raíces localizado en 1417 North 2nd Street, Filadelfia, PA 19122, conocido como Crane Old School.
June 15, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM AMLA Spring Recital 2012
Come out and enjoy the nights festivities full of AMLA Student performances. Let our students show you their hard work fro this past year!!!!
6:00- 7:00 pm Reception with performance by the AMLA Youth Latin Jazz Ensemble and Funk Rock Band
7:00 - 9:00 pm Student Recital
191 W. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia PA
Monday, June 11, 2012
June 15, 2012 9:00 PM PhillyBloco Show at The Note in West Chester PA
On Friday, June 15th, PhillyBloco returns to The Note in West Chester for another rockin' Brazilian Dance Party.
Grab your dance shoes and some friends and join us for this incredible night!
Doors: 8:00pm / Show: 9:00pm
The Note
142 E. Market Street, West Chester, PA 19382
Ages: 21+
Tickets $13/$15 (adv/door)
See you there!
Sunday, June 10, 2012
June 13, 2012 at 7:30 PM Sharon Katz and the Peace Train at Pastorius Park
Pastorius Park Free Summer Concert Series at 7:30 Wednesday nights
Pastorius Park: 2 Blocks west of Germantown Ave. south of Gravers, and north of Willow Grove at Abington, Hartwell, or Southampton.
Friday, June 8, 2012
June 10, 2012 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Odunde Festival in Philadelphia Celebrates Bahia, Brazil
ODUNDE FESTIVAL
JUNE 10TH
23RD & SOUTH STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA
10:00 AM
SOUTH STREET STAGE
1:30 Kulu Mele
2:30 African Heritage Dance
3:30 KONTRABAND215, KONWAY STEVENS & YUNG POPPA
4:00 Community Visionary Awards
4:30 ODUNDE365 CHILDREN Performance
4:45 Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
5:45 Messiah Danceworks
6:15 ODUNDE365
7:00 MARSHA AMBROSIUS
GRAYSFERRY STAGE
1:30 Troupe DaDa
2:00 The Odyessey Band
2:40 Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
3:30 Tanja Dixon
3:40 RAFIYA
4:00 HU THIZ BAND
4:50 Collective Talent
5:00 Clef Club Youth Jazz Ensemble
5:30 Baby Bree
5:40 Shon Wats
5:50 Illstyle & Peace Productions
6:20 The African Rock Experiment Band
- 8:00 PM
JUNE 10TH
23RD & SOUTH STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA
10:00 AM
SOUTH STREET STAGE
1:30 Kulu Mele
2:30 African Heritage Dance
3:30 KONTRABAND215, KONWAY STEVENS & YUNG POPPA
4:00 Community Visionary Awards
4:30 ODUNDE365 CHILDREN Performance
4:45 Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
5:45 Messiah Danceworks
6:15 ODUNDE365
7:00 MARSHA AMBROSIUS
GRAYSFERRY STAGE
1:30 Troupe DaDa
2:00 The Odyessey Band
2:40 Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
3:30 Tanja Dixon
3:40 RAFIYA
4:00 HU THIZ BAND
4:50 Collective Talent
5:00 Clef Club Youth Jazz Ensemble
5:30 Baby Bree
5:40 Shon Wats
5:50 Illstyle & Peace Productions
6:20 The African Rock Experiment Band
- 8:00 PM
Monday, June 4, 2012
June 8, 2012 7:30 - 10:00 PM Sojo Groove Night with Unidos da Filadelfia at Studio 34
SOJO GROOVE NIGHT!
Brazilian percussion, funky cello/vocals, and more!
Friday, June 8
7:30-10:00pm
Suggested donation: $10-25, or pay what you can.
We will also have a RAFFLE of items from local businesses.
Please join us on Friday, June 8, from 7:30-10:00pm, as talented Philly musicians perform to benefit Camp Sojourner, Girls’ Leadership Camp.
Featuring:
Monica McIntyre, Cellist and vocalist
Ladies of Elegance, Temple University Step Team
Unidos da Filadelfia, Brazilian percussion group
Come get your groove on to support Philly girls! All proceeds go directly towards helping us bring 50 girls to camp this summer for a life-changing camp experience. Please visit our website for more details about our program and to watch the camp video. We offer our program on a sliding scale so that all girls can come to camp regardless of their family economic circumstance.
We hope to see you on Friday, June 8!
Brazilian percussion, funky cello/vocals, and more!
Friday, June 8
7:30-10:00pm
Suggested donation: $10-25, or pay what you can.
We will also have a RAFFLE of items from local businesses.
Please join us on Friday, June 8, from 7:30-10:00pm, as talented Philly musicians perform to benefit Camp Sojourner, Girls’ Leadership Camp.
Featuring:
Monica McIntyre, Cellist and vocalist
Ladies of Elegance, Temple University Step Team
Unidos da Filadelfia, Brazilian percussion group
Come get your groove on to support Philly girls! All proceeds go directly towards helping us bring 50 girls to camp this summer for a life-changing camp experience. Please visit our website for more details about our program and to watch the camp video. We offer our program on a sliding scale so that all girls can come to camp regardless of their family economic circumstance.
We hope to see you on Friday, June 8!
June 8, 2012 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Tango Conspiracy at the Barnes Foundation
Tango Conspiracy
Tango Conspiracy sets out to explore the deepest realms of Argentinean folk music by enhancing its subdued and intense mood with electronic dub undertones.
June 8, 2012
7–9 pm 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Free with admission ($18. for nonmembers)
For tickets: 866.849.7056
Saturday, June 2, 2012
June 3, 2012 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM June 4 Afro-Brazilian Film Festival at the Rotunda
June 3 at 1:00pm until June 4 at 12:00am
at The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
FREE admission
A Brazilian experience without leaving your seat!
Join the Sankofa Association of Roxborough for an Afro-Brazilian Film Festival. Enjoy Brazilian films (English subtitles), Brazilian Food, Capoeira and support local vendors. Admission is free, stay the whole day or stop by and view a movie that most interest you!
Movie Times :
Ile Aiye 1:00 pm
David Byrne
Documentary
An impressionistic documentary on Candomble, the African derived spirit cult of Bahia Brazil. Ile Aiye explores the way in which Candomble has influenced the daily life and culture of Brazil. Art, Music, Food, Dance, Theater, and more has been influenced by the worship of the Orixa, a spirit pantheon rivaling that of the Ancient Greeks, originating manly from Yorubaland West Africa.This film is a great introduction to many of the elements found in subsequent films, Afro-Brazilian contributions, and Brazilian Pop culture
Quilombo 2:00 pm
Carlos Diegues
Historical Epic
This Historical saga is a stirring fusion of folklore, political impact, dynamic storytelling, realized in vibrant tropical colors and set to the pulling beat of a rhythmic musical score. Set in 17th century Brazil, groups of runaway slaves escaped to mountainous jungle strongholds, where they formed self-governing communities known as Quilombos. This film is based off the true story of Brazil's most famous and longest lasting Quilombo, Palmares. Led by the Legendary Ganga Zumba and his protegee Zumbi, they kept Portuguese and Dutch forces at bay for decades.
Orfeu Negro 4:15 pm
Marcel Camus
Melodrama
1960 Academy Award winner, Orfeu Negro retells the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice against the madness of Rio De Janeiro's Carnival. Orpheus is a heart-breaker who falls madly in love with Eurydice. Eurydice has fled her home to escape death who stalks her. In Greek Mythology Orpheus' talent is so great he can make rocks dance and the sun rise with his music. Is he powerful enough to keep Eurydice from impending doom and an eternity in the underworld? With an all black cast, this film was to Brazil what Carmen Jones was to the United States. This is also the film that introduced the infectious Bossa Nova sound to the world.
The International Capoeira Angola Foundation 6:30 pm
Come participate in a Capoeira Roda, as we anticipate the Blockbuster presentation BESOURO.
Besouro 7:00pm
Joao Daniel Tinkhomiroff
Action
Based off the life of the Legendary Capoeira fighter, Besouro spins a fantastic tale of a young black Brazilian man in search of his mission. Less than 30 years after the Brazilian abolition of slavery, the black population working the sugarcane plantations is still treated as chattel. Things Turn for the worst when Besouro's teacher and community leader is murdered. Besouro must now step up and utilize what he has been training for his entire life. Seemingly untouchable Besouro becomes a beacon of hope in the struggle for his people! The Fight scenes are directed by Huan-Chiu Ku, action director for the Matrix and Kill Bill and the actors are real capoeiristas. Finally a Black Superhero! This is a MUST SEE FILM!!City of Men 9:25pm
Fernando Meirelles
Action/Drama
The Follow up to the Academy Award nominated and critically acclaimed City of God, City of Men returns to the Brazilian favelas to tell an inspiring tale of friendship and family on the gritty streets of Rio de Janeiro. In a culture dictated by violence and run by street gangs, best friends Acerola and Laranjinha struggle with an underlying issue that affects many black families across the globe, Fatherhood. Laranjinha searches for the father he never met, while Acerola struggles with being a father at a young age. On their journeys, amidst a rival gang war, they are both forced to confront a shocking secret from their collective past, a secret that could potentially tear their friendship apart.
at The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
FREE admission
A Brazilian experience without leaving your seat!
Join the Sankofa Association of Roxborough for an Afro-Brazilian Film Festival. Enjoy Brazilian films (English subtitles), Brazilian Food, Capoeira and support local vendors. Admission is free, stay the whole day or stop by and view a movie that most interest you!
Movie Times :
Ile Aiye 1:00 pm
David Byrne
Documentary
An impressionistic documentary on Candomble, the African derived spirit cult of Bahia Brazil. Ile Aiye explores the way in which Candomble has influenced the daily life and culture of Brazil. Art, Music, Food, Dance, Theater, and more has been influenced by the worship of the Orixa, a spirit pantheon rivaling that of the Ancient Greeks, originating manly from Yorubaland West Africa.This film is a great introduction to many of the elements found in subsequent films, Afro-Brazilian contributions, and Brazilian Pop culture
Quilombo 2:00 pm
Carlos Diegues
Historical Epic
This Historical saga is a stirring fusion of folklore, political impact, dynamic storytelling, realized in vibrant tropical colors and set to the pulling beat of a rhythmic musical score. Set in 17th century Brazil, groups of runaway slaves escaped to mountainous jungle strongholds, where they formed self-governing communities known as Quilombos. This film is based off the true story of Brazil's most famous and longest lasting Quilombo, Palmares. Led by the Legendary Ganga Zumba and his protegee Zumbi, they kept Portuguese and Dutch forces at bay for decades.
Orfeu Negro 4:15 pm
Marcel Camus
Melodrama
1960 Academy Award winner, Orfeu Negro retells the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice against the madness of Rio De Janeiro's Carnival. Orpheus is a heart-breaker who falls madly in love with Eurydice. Eurydice has fled her home to escape death who stalks her. In Greek Mythology Orpheus' talent is so great he can make rocks dance and the sun rise with his music. Is he powerful enough to keep Eurydice from impending doom and an eternity in the underworld? With an all black cast, this film was to Brazil what Carmen Jones was to the United States. This is also the film that introduced the infectious Bossa Nova sound to the world.
The International Capoeira Angola Foundation 6:30 pm
Come participate in a Capoeira Roda, as we anticipate the Blockbuster presentation BESOURO.
Besouro 7:00pm
Joao Daniel Tinkhomiroff
Action
Based off the life of the Legendary Capoeira fighter, Besouro spins a fantastic tale of a young black Brazilian man in search of his mission. Less than 30 years after the Brazilian abolition of slavery, the black population working the sugarcane plantations is still treated as chattel. Things Turn for the worst when Besouro's teacher and community leader is murdered. Besouro must now step up and utilize what he has been training for his entire life. Seemingly untouchable Besouro becomes a beacon of hope in the struggle for his people! The Fight scenes are directed by Huan-Chiu Ku, action director for the Matrix and Kill Bill and the actors are real capoeiristas. Finally a Black Superhero! This is a MUST SEE FILM!!City of Men 9:25pm
Fernando Meirelles
Action/Drama
The Follow up to the Academy Award nominated and critically acclaimed City of God, City of Men returns to the Brazilian favelas to tell an inspiring tale of friendship and family on the gritty streets of Rio de Janeiro. In a culture dictated by violence and run by street gangs, best friends Acerola and Laranjinha struggle with an underlying issue that affects many black families across the globe, Fatherhood. Laranjinha searches for the father he never met, while Acerola struggles with being a father at a young age. On their journeys, amidst a rival gang war, they are both forced to confront a shocking secret from their collective past, a secret that could potentially tear their friendship apart.
Friday, June 1, 2012
June 3, 2012 2:00 PM-5:00 PM Celebrate Bahia at the African American Museum in Philadelphia
Celebrate Bahia with the Brazil Cultural Center and the Odunde Festival
Sunday, June 3rd 2:00-5:00 PM ( doors open at 1:30)
"Capitâes Da Areia" East coast premiere of the film based on Jorge Amado's novel; introduction by Dr. Julio Casoy
"Spiritual Mothers of Bahia" Photographic exhibit with complementary CELEBRATE BAHIA poster: light reception following screening. Limited seating $20. cash/ $15. students.
Location: The African American Museum in Philadelphia at 7th and Arch Sts.
Thursday, June 7th 1:30-2:30 PM
A TASTE OF BAHIA
Complementary coffee and chocolate tasting at the Reading Terminal Market at 51 N. 12th St.
"Capitâes Da Areia" East coast premiere of the film based on Jorge Amado's novel; introduction by Dr. Julio Casoy
"Spiritual Mothers of Bahia" Photographic exhibit with complementary CELEBRATE BAHIA poster: light reception following screening. Limited seating $20. cash/ $15. students.
Location: The African American Museum in Philadelphia at 7th and Arch Sts.
Thursday, June 7th 1:30-2:30 PM
A TASTE OF BAHIA
Complementary coffee and chocolate tasting at the Reading Terminal Market at 51 N. 12th St.
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